1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Bellel | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
